In this episode of 'Social Media for Social Impact,' host Misha interviews Ben Precourt, LinkedIn's 'Boston Social Impact Guy.' They discuss how LinkedIn and other digital platforms can boost credibility and visibility in the nonprofit and social impact sectors. Ben shares his journey of becoming a key figure in Boston's social impact community through consistent and strategic LinkedIn postings. They explore challenges in the social impact job market, the importance of living wages, and practical tips for networking and building a personal brand on social media. Ben also introduces his new initiative, 'Hype for Good,' aimed at creating a nationwide network of social impact influencers. They conclude with advice on leveraging social media for personal and organizational growth.

00:00 Introduction to Social Media for Social Impact

00:40 Meet Ben Precor: The Boston Social Impact Guy

01:36 Ben's Journey into Social Impact

03:53 Challenges in the Social Impact Job Market

08:59 The Importance of Volunteering

13:09 Using LinkedIn Effectively

23:04 Hype for Good: A New Initiative

24:57 Ben's Career and Future Plans

28:33 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks

Connect with Ben on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/bostonsocialimpactguy

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